BenQ XL2420Z Review – 144Hz Gaming Monitor

The 144Hz gaming monitor is made for gamers by gamers. BenQ sought professional Counter-Strike players to help them develop this ultimate gaming machine. With the help of some legendary gamers and their constructive insight, BenQ XL2420Z monitor became the absolute favorite among CS players.

24 Inches Screen

1920×1080 Resolution

Nvidia 3D Vision 2 Ready

TN Panel

Switch Controller

1ms Response Time

Ports: Display Port 1.2, D-sub, DVI-DL, HDMI x2

Headphones Jack

Smart Scaling

Black eQualizer

This beauteous aluminum 144Hz gaming monitor comes with Smart Scaling and Instant Mode options which make it play-ready for any game the moment you unpack it and hook up to your computer. Enter the world of combat and experience the true benefits of 144Hz. S. Switch remote controller is an additional device you get with BenQ XL2420Z which you can use to comfortably change between your three favorite customizable presets. These presets can be saved, edited and even downloaded – giving you endless options to choose from.

As soon as you turn the gaming monitor on, it will be in FPS mode which is created for the best experience for playing Counter Strike v1.6; while the FPS 2 mode is adjusted for Counter-Strike: Source. Additional modes include RTS and Intuitive OSD.

Display Mode option offers instant changing between various screen sizes allowing you to easily create the perfect experience for each game individually. Additionally, you may even create your own custom sizes by using Smart Scaling mode.

Black eQualizer feature is necessary for easier spotting of your enemies hiding in the dark. It will make darkened places much more vivid giving you considerable leverage versus other players.

What do users like about this product?

Adjustable Height Stand

R.O.M.

Motion Blur Reduction

ZeroFlicker Technology

Downloadable Presets

RevolutionEyes Technology

Be sure to enable Motion Blur Reduction if it’s not automatically on, as this effect is responsible for perfectly clear images in fast-paced games. With 1ms response time and zero picture stuttering or ghosting, you will no longer have an excuse for losing a match in any game.

New games are made to be played on BenQ XL2420Z and similar quality gaming monitors. Do not suffer the penalty of not having one; if you’re fed up with losing games due to lag or slow response of your commands obtain a monitor which will provide you with maximum precision and speed.

Adjustable Height Stand received positive feedback by many users as they said it was easy to use and quite helpful. What came as a the biggest surprise to many is the quality of TN panel’s screen. The angle viewing issues were barely noticeable and colors appear sharp and beautiful, without any flickering at any brightness level. Of course, photographers and designers would still prefer an IPS panel screen due to its accuracy of colors.

Another exceptional advantage of BenQ XL2420Z are downloadable presets; many experienced gamers make amazing presets for many games individually. Once you download a preset for the game you’re playing, you’ll be able to further modify it yourself – giving you endless variations of presets until you create the perfect one.

RevolutionEyes Technology takes care of your eyesight; with this protective innovation, you’ll be able to comfortably dominate the battleground for hours without straining your eyes.

What do users not like about this product?

No Speakers

Not Properly Optimized Settings

Most of the users praise BenQ XL2420Z with little to none complaints, saying it exceeded their expectations by far. There were some reports about the first batch of monitors not working properly in this series but that’s been fixed by BenQ long ago.

The main issue was concerning the unsatisfactory out of the box presets which had to be manually adjusted by reducing blue color in RGB options and turning the brightness level down.

Some of the reviewers of BenQ XL2420Z complained about their image being too bright straight out of the box as well. However, they offered custom settings which you can apply if you’re not entirely satisfied with the picture. Some minor tweaking and playing around with the settings is expected for most of the 144Hz gaming monitors, as not everyone shares the same taste.

Several reviewers did say that the gaming monitor might be a little overpriced, but a good investment nonetheless.

Who is this product for?

BenQ XL2420Z is peculiarly made for competitive Counter-Strike gamers. It meets all the demands players could possibly desire and gives them quite an advantage over their targets. As the screen is TN panel, designers, and other professionals should seek their ideal monitor for work elsewhere. With its many adjustable features in the settings, this 144Hz gaming monitor can be optimized to fit any game.

BenQ XL2420Z Gaming Monitor Review

Design - 7.7/10

7.7/10

Display - 8.0/10

8.0/10

Performance - 8.4/10

8.4/10

Price/Value - 8.1/10

8.1/10

Summary

Given the price of this 144Hz gaming monitor you could either save a bit more for an 1440p gaming monitor or go with this one. Depending on your preference, a new version of this monitor - BenQ XL2430T is also available for sale. Either way, BenQ XL2420Z received great marks and reviews promising complete fulfillment. If you're a Counter Strike player than there is no question whether this gaming monitor is for you!